Bophut Beach, situated in the north of Koh Samui, Thailand, is a well-known tourist spot. The beach stretches for 4 km and is composed of coarse, yellow sand. Tourists can conveniently access the Fishermans Village, located just behind the beach on the promenade. The village offers rustic shops and restaurants that provide a distinct cultural experience for visitors.
Bophut Beach is an excellent spot for water sports and relaxing on comfortable furniture. The water is moderately deep, making it ideal for swimming and water activities. The audience at Bophut Beach is diverse, including families, couples, and solo travellers from all over the world.
The beach is family-friendly, with amenities such as toilets, showers, lifeguards, loungers, bars, and restaurants. Dogs are allowed on the beach, and a parking area is available near the beach.
Bophut Beach amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful, long and quiet beach with a relaxing atmosphere and nice restaurants. However, some visitors complain about coarse-grained sand, unclear and sometimes dirty water, and high prices for drinks, food, and transport. Some also warn against swimming due to the presence of boats.
If you’re planning a trip to Bophut Beach, consider staying in the charming Fisherman's Village, which is just a short stroll from the beach. Most visitors also explore nearby areas like Chaweng and Lamai for additional dining and entertainment options.
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| Low / High | 28.3°C/29.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 37°C |
| Sea Temperature | 30.5 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 70% |
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| Rainfall | 5.8 mm |
| Rain Duration | 7 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:10/18:24 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.35 |
| Cloud Cover | 89% |
| Speed | 11.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 22 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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